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Abdominal paracentesis is typically done as an outpatient procedure, unless the complications from the fluid build up warrant hospitalization. The patient is usually awake during the procedure as anesthesia is not typically necessary.
Abdominal paracentesis is a simple bedside or clinic procedure in which a needle is inserted into the peritoneal cavity and ascitic fluid is removed. Diagnostic paracentesis refers to the removal of a small quantity of fluid for testing. Therapeutic paracentesis refers to the removal of 5 liters or more of fluid to reduce intra-abdominal pressure and relieve the associated dyspnea, abdominal pain, and early satiety.